Thinking About This 5th Wheel
We have been looking at getting a 5th wheel, a Solitude 300GK. Our 2015 Ram 2500 4x4 SRW diesel is rated a towing 15,500 pounds. Wondering how well our truck would be able to handle this 5th wheel? Wi...
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By the number's your going to be well over your payload ratings once the truck and camper are loaded and ready to go. I'm not one to say it can't be done, because the truck can probably pull it yes. But, it's definitely in one ton territory for sure.
But, there's some on here who will come along soon most likely and tell you that you can just add some mods to the truck such as air bags, timbrens, whatever, and make your truck a one ton anyway. I believe in selecting the right tool for the job myself, and matching it up to a rig that falls within the specs. And unfortunately this just doesn't do that. Yes, adding some mods may help the truck not squat so much and carry the weight of the rig your considering. But they do not negate the number's set forth by the manufacturer. Again, I'm not saying it can't be done this way. It's simply up to you and you alone whether or not your comfortable taking the chance.
Grand Design however is a great choice in my book and is definitely on our short list when we hopefully upgrade in a year or two.
Good luck with your decision!
But, there's some on here who will come along soon most likely and tell you that you can just add some mods to the truck such as air bags, timbrens, whatever, and make your truck a one ton anyway. I believe in selecting the right tool for the job myself, and matching it up to a rig that falls within the specs. And unfortunately this just doesn't do that. Yes, adding some mods may help the truck not squat so much and carry the weight of the rig your considering. But they do not negate the number's set forth by the manufacturer. Again, I'm not saying it can't be done this way. It's simply up to you and you alone whether or not your comfortable taking the chance.
Grand Design however is a great choice in my book and is definitely on our short list when we hopefully upgrade in a year or two.
Good luck with your decision!
